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Tuesday, March 3APPRENTICE RECRUITMENT: Applications for 10 boilermaker (construction) apprentice positions through the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Boilermakers Northeast, Local Union #5, Zone #197, may obtained from 9 to noon at its local office located 75 South Dove St., Albany. For more information or a detailed list of requirements, visit www.neaac.net or call 438-0718. TEEN GAMING: The Lansingburgh Branch of the Troy Public Library, 27 114th Street, Troy, will hold its weekly Teen Gaming session from 3 to 5 p.m. Play video and/or board games. Free Wi-Fi. Snacks provided. For more information, call 235-5310.COMPUTER CLASS: The Lansingburgh Branch of the Troy Public Library, 27 114th Street, Troy, will hold a free E-mail Basics Class beginning at 5:30 p.m. A one-on-one session will be held ahead of the class at 4:30 p.m. Seating limited; advance registration required. For more information or to register, call 235-5310 or visit www.thetroylibrary.orgLECTURE: Willliams College will welcome Hedrick Smith, '55, who will deliver “Rules Change and the American Dream: A Dialogue Across Generations” in the Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall at the Bernfhard Music Center at 7 p.m. as part of the College's “Rules Change” Winter Study Project. Sponsored by the Center for Learning in Action. For more inofrmation and directions, visit https://events.williams.edu/event/rules_change_and_the_american_dream_a_dialogue_across_generations#.VN5SKflzQawWednesday, March 4FAMILY STORYTIME: The Troy Public Library will hold Family Storytime at its Main Branch, 100 Second St. Troy, at 10:30 a.m. We will share stories, songs, movement and a simple craft. For children up to age 5 with a parent or caregiver. For more information, call 274-7071.HEALTH SCREENING: St. Peter's Health Partners in collaboration with the New York State Department of Health Cancer Services Program of Albany and Rensselaer County, will hold a colorectal cancer screening at the Brunswick Price Chopper Store, 716 Hoosick St., Troy, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Uninsured individuals age 50 and older will be able to pick up easy to do take-home kits, free of charge, to screen for colon cancer. For more information, about this and other screening events, call 525-8680 or visit www.CSPofAlbandRen.comREAL TALK FOR TEENS: The Main Branch of the Troy Public Library, 100 Second St., Troy, will hold its weekly Real Talk for Teens session from 4 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 274-7071 or visit www.thetroylibrary.orgLENTEN DINNER: The Women of St. Paul's Episcopal Church will hold a Soup and Bread Lenten Supper along with “Finding Your Personal Ministry In and Out of The Church,” an interactive presentation by Rev. Deacon Nancy Rosenblum, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Parish House, 27 State St. Troy. Quiet, open meditation will precede the dinner at the Church, 58 3rd St., Troy, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Lenten programming for children will be available during the supper. Suggested donation for the evening is $8 for adults and $2 per child younger than 8. RSVP to Harriet Warnock-Graham at 892-6767. For more information, visit http://www.wspevents.blogspot.comThursday, March 5THRIFT SHOP: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570 3rd Ave., North Troy, will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our next to new household items and clothing are at bargain prices. For more information, call 235-1863.FAMILY STORYTIME: The Troy Public Library will hold Family Storytime at its Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th St., Troy, at 10:30 a.m. We will share stories, songs, movement and a simple craft. For children up to age 5 with a parent or caregiver. For more information, call 235-5310.Friday, March 6FISH FRY/CLAM ROLL DINNER: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721 Snyder's Corners Rd., Poestenkill, will be serving a fish fry or clam roll dinner from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dinners cost $9.50 and include French fries, cole slaw and beverage. Hot dog dinners, including French fries and beverage, are available for $4.50. Individual food items can be purchased separately. Dine in or take­-out. Call 286-2773 for take-outs. For more information, call Barbara at 279-9458.LENTEN FISH FRY: Transfiguration Parish will serve the first of its seventh annual Fish Fry Dinners from 4 to 7 p.m. Eat in or take out. Dinners include fish fry, coleslaw and french fries. Macaroni and cheese will also be on the menu. Dessert and drinks will be available for purchase. FISH FRY FRIDAY: St. Mary's Academy will serve a Lenten Fish Fry Friday at the Immaculate Conception Parish Hall in Hoosick Falls from 5 to 7 p.m. Full fish fry dinner is served with a bun, fresh cut french fries, homemade coleslaw and dessert for $9. Macaroni and cheese dinner with the same tasty sides available for $5. Proceeds will benefit St. Mary's Academy. FISH DINNER: The Latham Colonie Knights of Columbus will hold a Friday Fish Dinner at the lodge, 328 Troy Schenectady Rd. (Route 2), Latham, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Baked Fish dinner, $10; Fish Fry or Clam Roll Dinner, $8; includes coffee, tea, or hot cocoa and dessert; Fish Fry or Clam Roll only, $5. Special children's menu for ages 5-10 available for $4.50. Children younger than 5 eat free. For more information, call 783-0572 or visit www.lathamcoloniekofc.com SQUARE DANCE: The Schoharie Valley Hayshakers will hold a mainstream level western square dance in the cafeteria at Middleburgh High School cafeteria from 7:30 to 10 p.m. The dance theme is Pie Night. The caller is Jay Bickford and the cuer is Larry White. Please wear soft-soled shoes. For more information, call 595-9213, e-mail svhayshakers@gmail.com, or visithttp://sites.google.com/site/hayshakers/homeSaturday, March 7THRIFT SHOP: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570 3rd Ave., North Troy, will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our next to new household items and clothing are at bargain prices. For more information, call 235-1863.TUTORING: The Troy Public Library Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th St., Troy, will hold Tutor Time from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute students tutor children in kindergarten through high school in reading and math. For more information, visit http://doso.rpi.edu/precollege or call 276-3098. Sponsored by RPI.READING ENRICHMENT: Bubba the Reading Dog will be at the Troy Public Library, Main Branch, 100 Second St., Troy, beginning at 11 a.m. to help children ages 5 and older strengthen their reading skills. For more information or to reserve a spot, call 274-7071. POKER TOURNAMENT: The West Sand Lake Volunteer Fire Department will hold a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament on March 7 in the Hall, located at 3695 NY Route 43 in West Sand Lake. Doors open at noon followed by tournament at 1 p.m. $25 entry donation, $40 buy-in goes to prize pool with additional $20 add-on which goes to prize pool. Free refreshments and lunch will be served. For more information, call Patty at 674-3657 before the event and the Fire Hall at 674-3677 the day of the event. Walk-ins welcome. Proceeds will benefit the West Sand Lake Volunteer Fire Department. BASKETBALL ACADEMY: The 518 Chapter of the Doneilous King Basketball Academy will hold class for boys and girls at the intermediate to professional playing level in the gymnasium of the Muslim Community Center, 21 Lansing Road North, Colonie, from 2 to 4 p.m. First day of school is free. Students must bring their own basketball. For more information, visit www.dkingbasketball.com and/or contact Coach JJ Harvey at bukettes@gmail.com PLANETARIUM SHOW: The Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady, will hold its Night of The Hunter Planetarium Show at 3 p.m. Celebrate the season and explore Orion, a constellation in the winter night sky, and discover why it was named after a Greek hunter in this fun and informative live exploration of the stars, constellations and planets visible in the winter night sky. Cost is museum admission plus $5. For more information, call 382-7890 or visit www.miSci.orgCORNED BEEF & CABBAGE DINNER: The First Presbyterian Church at 819 23rd Street, Watervliet, will serve a corned beef and cabbage dinner in the Church Hall from 5 to 7 p.m. Adults, $10; children ages 6 - 12, $5; childlren 5 and younger, free. Tickets available in advance by calling Dave Meyer at 273-4193 or at the door. Take out also available by calling 273-2211. Sunday, March 8LECTURE: The Capital District Humanist Society will host Karen Clay, founder of STOP THE VIOLENCE, INC., an organization dedicated to stopping and preventing domestic violence, will present “Finally Free, Learning to be Me” in Room 224 of the Kahl Campus Center, Sage Colleges of Albany Campus, New Scotland Ave. at Academy Road, Albany, at 1:15 p.m., following refreshments at 12:30 p.m. Free. For more details and directions, call 533-2666 or visit www.humanistsociety.org https://www.facebook.com/CapitalDistrictHumanistSocietyBASKETBALL ACADEMY: The 518 Chapter of the Doneilous King Basketball Academy will hold class for boys and girls at the beginner to intermediate playing level in the gymnasium of the Muslim Community Center, 21 Lansing Road North, Colonie, from 2 to 4 p.m. First day of school is free. Students must bring their own basketball. For more information, visit www.dkingbasketball.com and/or contact Coach JJ Harvey at bukettes@gmail.com PLANETARIUM SHOW: The Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady, will hold its Night of The Hunter Planetarium Show at 3 p.m. Celebrate the season and explore Orion, a constellation in the winter night sky, and discover why it was named after a Greek hunter in this fun and informative live exploration of the stars, constellations and planets visible in the winter night sky. Cost is museum admission plus $5. For more information, call 382-7890 or visit www.miSci.orgMonday, March 9ZUMBA CLASS: The Troy Public Library's Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th St., Troy, in conjunction with the Troy YMCA, will offer a Zumba Fitness class at 5:45 p.m. Come for one hour of fun, aerobic dancing. Burn calories and sculpt your body to exciting international rhythms. This class will be taught by a certified Zumba instructor. Free. Registration required. To register, call 235-5310.Tuesday, March 10TEEN GAMING: The Lansingburgh Branch of the Troy Public Library, 27 114th Street, Troy, will hold its weekly Teen Gaming session from 3 to 5 p.m. Play video and/or board games. Free Wi-Fi. Snacks provided. For more information, call 235-5310.COMPUTER CLASS: The Lansingburgh Branch of the Troy Public Library, 27 114th Street, Troy, will hold a free Microsoft Word Basics Class beginning at 5:30 p.m. A one-on-one session will be held ahead of the class at 4:30 p.m. Seating limited; advance registration required. For more information or to register, call 235-5310 or visit www.thetroylibrary.orgMEETING: The Raymertown Fire District will hold its regular monthly meeting at 43 Mason Lane, Raymertown, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 11FAMILY STORYTIME: The Troy Public Library will hold Family Storytime at its Main Branch, 100 Second St. Troy, at 10:30 a.m. We will share stories, songs, movement and a simple craft. For children up to age 5 with a parent or caregiver. For more information, call 274-7071.REAL TALK FOR TEENS: The Main Branch of the Troy Public Library, 100 Second St., Troy, will hold its weekly Real Talk for Teens session from 4 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 274-7071 or visit www.thetroylibrary.orgLENTEN DINNER: The Women of St. Paul's Episcopal Church will hold a Soup and Bread Lenten Supper along with “Finding Your Personal Ministry In and Out of The Church,” an interactive presentation by Rev. Deacon Nancy Rosenblum, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Parish House, 27 State St. Troy. Quiet, open meditation will precede the dinner at the Church, 58 3rd St., Troy, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Lenten programming for children will be available during the supper. Suggested donation for the evening is $8 for adults and $2 per child younger than 8. RSVP to Harriet Warnock-Graham at 892-6767. For more information, visit http://www.wspevents.blogspot.comThursday, March 12THRIFT SHOP: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570 3rd Ave., North Troy, will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our next to new household items and clothing are at bargain prices. For more information, call 235-1863.FAMILY STORYTIME: The Troy Public Library will hold Family Storytime at its Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th St., Troy, at 10:30 a.m. We will share stories, songs, movement and a simple craft. For children up to age 5 with a parent or caregiver. For more information, call 235-5310.Friday, March 13FISH FRY/CLAM ROLL DINNER: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721 Snyder's Corners Rd., Poestenkill, will be serving a fish fry or clam roll dinner from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dinners cost $9.50 and include French fries, cole slaw and beverage. Hot dog dinners, including French fries and beverage, are available for $4.50. Individual food items can be purchased separately. Dine in or take­-out. Call 286-2773 for take-outs. For more information, call Barbara at 279-9458.LENTEN FISH FRY: Transfiguration Parish will serve the first of its seventh annual Fish Fry Dinners from 4 to 7 p.m. Eat in or take out. Dinners include fish fry, coleslaw and french fries. Macaroni and cheese will also be on the menu. Dessert and drinks will be available for purchase. FISH FRY FRIDAY: St. Mary's Academy will serve a Lenten Fish Fry Friday at the Immaculate Conception Parish Hall in Hoosick Falls from 5 to 7 p.m. Full fish fry dinner is served with a bun, fresh cut french fries, homemade coleslaw and dessert for $9. Macaroni and cheese dinner with the same tasty sides available for $5. Proceeds will benefit St. Mary's Academy. FISH DINNER: The Latham Colonie Knights of Columbus will hold a Friday Fish Dinner at the lodge, 328 Troy Schenectady Rd. (Route 2), Latham, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Baked Fish dinner, $10; Fish Fry or Clam Roll Dinner, $8; includes coffee, tea, or hot cocoa and dessert; Fish Fry or Clam Roll only, $5. Special children's menu for ages 5-10 available for $4.50. Children younger than 5 eat free. For more information, call 783-0572 or visit www.lathamcoloniekofc.com Saturday, March 14THRIFT SHOP: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570 3rd Ave., North Troy, will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our next to new household items and clothing are at bargain prices. For more information, call 235-1863.TUTORING: The Troy Public Library Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th St., Troy, will hold Tutor Time from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute students tutor children in kindergarten through high school in reading and math. For more information, visit http://doso.rpi.edu/precollege or call 276-3098. Sponsored by RPI.BASKETBALL ACADEMY: The 518 Chapter of the Doneilous King Basketball Academy will hold class for boys and girls at the intermediate to professional playing level in the gymnasium of the Muslim Community Center, 21 Lansing Road North, Colonie, from 2 to 4 p.m. First day of school is free. Students must bring their own basketball. For more information, visit www.dkingbasketball.com and/or contact Coach JJ Harvey at bukettes@gmail.com PLANETARIUM SHOW: The Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady, will hold its Night of The Hunter Planetarium Show at 3 p.m. Celebrate the season and explore Orion, a constellation in the winter night sky, and discover why it was named after a Greek hunter in this fun and informative live exploration of the stars, constellations and planets visible in the winter night sky. Cost is museum admission plus $5. For more information, call 382-7890 or visit www.miSci.orgFILM SCREENING AND DISCUSSION: The Robert & Dorothy Ludwig JCC, 2565 Balltown Rd., Niskayuna will hold a screening of “Igor and the Cranes' Journey” as part of its 2014-15 Jewish Film Festival at 7:30 p.m. on Mar. 14. A beautiful tale of reconciliation between an estranged father and his son, Igor, through following the migration of a young crane from Russia via Israel to Africa. Discussion led by Chris Grossman. Film is appropriate for teenagers and adults. Tickets are $9 per person, $5 for members and $3 for students. For more details, contact Irit Magnes at 377-8803, ext. 235, or iritm@schenectadyjcc.orgSunday, March 15BASKETBALL ACADEMY: The 518 Chapter of the Doneilous King Basketball Academy will hold class for boys and girls at the beginner to intermediate playing level in the gymnasium of the Muslim Community Center, 21 Lansing Road North, Colonie, from 2 to 4 p.m. First day of school is free. Students must bring their own basketball. For more information, visit www.dkingbasketball.com and/or contact Coach JJ Harvey at bukettes@gmail.com PLANETARIUM SHOW: The Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady, will hold its Night of The Hunter Planetarium Show at 3 p.m. Celebrate the season and explore Orion, a constellation in the winter night sky, and discover why it was named after a Greek hunter in this fun and informative live exploration of the stars, constellations and planets visible in the winter night sky. Cost is museum admission plus $5. For more information, call 382-7890 or visit www.miSci.orgDINNER SERIES: Story Sunday, a storytelling dinner series for adults, will host Stories at the End of the Rainbow with Lorraine Hartin-Gelardi and Karen Pillsworth at the Glen Sanders Mansion, 1 Glen Ave., Scotia, beginning at 5 p.m. $35 ($32 for newcomers) includes entertainment, three-course dinner, coffee/tea, tax and tip. For more information or to RSVP, call 384-1700, e-mail kate@katedudding.com or visit www.storysunday.orgMONTHLY DANCE: The NYS Capital District Chapter of USA Dance will hold its monthly dance at the Polish Community Center, 225 Washington Ave. Ext., Albany, beginning at 6:15 p.m. with a waltz lesson with Holly Livingston. Enjoy dancing with music provided by DJ Dan DeBennidetto from 7 to 10 p.m. with a fox trot demonstration by Winter Wonderland around 8:30 p.m. Cost is $10 for members, $13 for non-members, $5 for students; children 18 and younger admitted free. Light refreshments, cash bar. For more information, contact Jim DeForge at 233-0957 or jdefo51814@aol.comMonday, March 16ZUMBA CLASS: The Troy Public Library's Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th St., Troy, in conjunction with the Troy YMCA, will offer a Zumba Fitness class at 5:45 p.m. Come for one hour of fun, aerobic dancing. Burn calories and sculpt your body to exciting international rhythms. This class will be taught by a certified Zumba instructor. Free. Registration required. To register, call 235-5310.Tuesday, March 17TEEN GAMING: The Lansingburgh Branch of the Troy Public Library, 27 114th Street, Troy, will hold its weekly Teen Gaming session from 3 to 5 p.m. Play video and/or board games. Free Wi-Fi. Snacks provided. For more information, call 235-5310.COMPUTER CLASS: The Lansingburgh Branch of the Troy Public Library, 27 114th Street, Troy, will hold a free Microsoft Excel Basics Class beginning at 5:30 p.m. A one-on-one session will be held ahead of the class at 4:30 p.m. Seating limited; advance registration required. For more information or to register, call 235-5310 or visit www.thetroylibrary.orgWednesday, March 18FAMILY STORYTIME: The Troy Public Library will hold Family Storytime at its Main Branch, 100 Second St. Troy, at 10:30 a.m. We will share stories, songs, movement and a simple craft. For children up to age 5 with a parent or caregiver. For more information, call 274-7071.REAL TALK FOR TEENS: The Main Branch of the Troy Public Library, 100 Second St., Troy, will hold its weekly Real Talk for Teens session from 4 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 274-7071 or visit www.thetroylibrary.orgHEALTH SCREENING: St. Peter's Health Partners in collaboration with the New York State Department of Health Cancer Services Program of Albany and Rensselaer County, will hold a colorectal cancer screening at St. Mary's Massry Center, 147 Hoosick St., Troy, from 4 to 6 p.m. Uninsured individuals age 50 and older will be able to pick up easy to do take-home kits, free of charge, to screen for colon cancer. For more information, about this and other screening events, call 525-8680 or visit www.CSPofAlbandRen.comLENTEN DINNER: The Women of St. Paul's Episcopal Church will hold a Soup and Bread Lenten Supper along with “Finding Your Personal Ministry In and Out of The Church,” an interactive presentation by Rev. Deacon Nancy Rosenblum, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Parish House, 27 State St. Troy. Quiet, open meditation will precede the dinner at the Church, 58 3rd St., Troy, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Lenten programming for children will be available during the supper. Suggested donation for the evening is $8 for adults and $2 per child younger than 8. RSVP to Harriet Warnock-Graham at 892-6767. For more information, visit http://www.wspevents.blogspot.comThursday, March 19THRIFT SHOP: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570 3rd Ave., North Troy, will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our next to new household items and clothing are at bargain prices. For more information, call 235-1863.FAMILY STORYTIME: The Troy Public Library will hold Family Storytime at its Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th St., Troy, at 10:30 a.m. We will share stories, songs, movement and a simple craft. For children up to age 5 with a parent or caregiver. For more information, call 235-5310.FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT: The Troy Public Library will host Family Science Night at its Main Branch, 100 Second St., Troy. Best for children ages 5 to 10 with an adults. Child registration required. For more information, call 274-7071 or visit www.thetroylibrary.orgYOUTH VETERINARY SCIENCE PROGRAM: The Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County 4-H Program will be offering a four week veterinary science program at the Cornell Cooperative Extension building, 24 Martin Rd., Voorheesville. beginning tonight from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Remaining sessions will be held on March 26, April 2 and April 9. Open to youth ages 10 and older. $10 participation fee per youth. Space limited; registration required. For more information or to register, contact Eileen DePaula at 765-3500 or emd32@cornell.eduFriday, March 20FISH FRY/CLAM ROLL DINNER: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721 Snyder's Corners Rd., Poestenkill, will be serving a fish fry or clam roll dinner from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dinners cost $9.50 and include French fries, cole slaw and beverage. Hot dog dinners, including French fries and beverage, are available for $4.50. Individual food items can be purchased separately. Dine in or take­-out. Call 286-2773 for take-outs. For more information, call Barbara at 279-9458.LENTEN FISH FRY: Transfiguration Parish will serve the first of its seventh annual Fish Fry Dinners from 4 to 7 p.m. Eat in or take out. Dinners include fish fry, coleslaw and french fries. Macaroni and cheese will also be on the menu. Dessert and drinks will be available for purchase. FISH FRY FRIDAY: St. Mary's Academy will serve a Lenten Fish Fry Friday at the Immaculate Conception Parish Hall in Hoosick Falls from 5 to 7 p.m. Full fish fry dinner is served with a bun, fresh cut french fries, homemade coleslaw and dessert for $9. Macaroni and cheese dinner with the same tasty sides available for $5. Proceeds will benefit St. Mary's Academy. FISH DINNER: The Latham Colonie Knights of Columbus will hold a Friday Fish Dinner at the lodge, 328 Troy Schenectady Rd. (Route 2), Latham, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Baked Fish dinner, $10; Fish Fry or Clam Roll Dinner, $8; includes coffee, tea, or hot cocoa and dessert; Fish Fry or Clam Roll only, $5. Special children's menu for ages 5-10 available for $4.50. Children younger than 5 eat free. For more information, call 783-0572 or visit www.lathamcoloniekofc.com MOVIE SCREENING: The Irish American Heritage Museum, 370 Broadway, Albany, will screen “Out of Ireland” as part of its Monthly Movie Series, sponsored by Energy Insurance Brokers, Inc., at 7 p.m. Please park on the street in front of the museum. For more information, call 427-1916 or visit www.irish-us.orgSaturday, March 21THRIFT SHOP: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570 3rd Ave., North Troy, will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our next to new household items and clothing are at bargain prices. For more information, call 235-1863.SHOPPERS FAIR: The Colonie Central High School PTSA will hold its 10th Annual Spring Shoppers Fair in the Multi-Use Gym (MUG) at the high school, 1 Raider Blvd. (1/2 block east of Colonie Center, between Central Ave and Sand Creek Road), Albany, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Browse a selection of crafts and products from 75+ crafters and vendors. Food and beverages will be available. 50/50 raffle. Free admission. For more details, visit www.southcolonieschools.org.TUTORING: The Troy Public Library Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th St., Troy, will hold Tutor Time from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute students tutor children in kindergarten through high school in reading and math. For more information, visit http://doso.rpi.edu/precollege or call 276-3098. Sponsored by RPI.BASKETBALL ACADEMY: The 518 Chapter of the Doneilous King Basketball Academy will hold class for boys and girls at the intermediate to professional playing level in the gymnasium of the Muslim Community Center, 21 Lansing Road North, Colonie, from 2 to 4 p.m. First day of school is free. Students must bring their own basketball. For more information, visit www.dkingbasketball.com and/or contact Coach JJ Harvey at bukettes@gmail.com Sunday, March 22NYSDEC LIFEGUARD TEST: The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation will offer a free lifeguard test at Glens Falls High School, 15 Quade St., Glens Falls, beginning at 9 a.m. For more information or to pre-register, call 457-2500 ext. 1, e-mail Info.LifeGuard@dec.ny.gov or visit www.dec.ny.gov/about/726.html##LifeguardPositionsBASKETBALL ACADEMY: The 518 Chapter of the Doneilous King Basketball Academy will hold class for boys and girls at the beginner to intermediate playing level in the gymnasium of the Muslim Community Center, 21 Lansing Road North, Colonie, from 2 to 4 p.m. First day of school is free. Students must bring their own basketball. For more information, visit www.dkingbasketball.com and/or contact Coach JJ Harvey at bukettes@gmail.com EASTER BREAKFAST: The Colonie Lodge of Elks No. 2192 will hold an Easter Breakfast at the lodge, 11 Elks Lane, from 8:30 a.m. to noon on March 22. Fees are adults $7.50; children 5-11 are $4.50 and children under 5 are free. Proceeds benefit many local Capital District charities that include United Cerebral Palsy Home Care Programs, boy scouts, youth programs, veterans and more. The all-you-can-eat buffet includes homemade pancakes, homemade French toast, scrambled eggs, home fries, sausage, ham, cereal, tea, milk, coffee and orange juice. Bake sale to benefit the ladies auxiliary.Monday, March 23LEGO CLUB MEETING: The Troy Public Library will host a meeting of its LEGO Club for children ages 5 to 12 at the Main Branch, 100 Second St., Troy, from 6 to 7 p.m. Free; child registration is required. Participants will use the library's LEGO pieces; personal pieces will not be allowed in the creation room. For more information or to register, call 274-7071 or visit www.thetroylibrary.org Tuesday, March 24COMPUTER CLASS: The Lansingburgh Branch of the Troy Public Library, 27 114th Street, Troy, will hold a free Encore Basics Class beginning at 5:30 p.m. A one-on-one session will be held ahead of the class at 4:30 p.m. Seating limited; advance registration required. For more information or to register, call 235-5310 or visit www.thetroylibrary.orgWednesday, March 25LENTEN DINNER: The Women of St. Paul's Episcopal Church will hold a Soup and Bread Lenten Supper along with “Finding Your Personal Ministry In and Out of The Church,” an interactive presentation by Rev. Deacon Nancy Rosenblum, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Parish House, 27 State St. Troy. Quiet, open meditation will precede the dinner at the Church, 58 3rd St., Troy, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Lenten programming for children will be available during the supper. Suggested donation for the evening is $8 for adults and $2 per child younger than 8. RSVP to Harriet Warnock-Graham at 892-6767. For more information, visit http://www.wspevents.blogspot.comThursday, March 26THRIFT SHOP: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570 3rd Ave., North Troy, will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our next to new household items and clothing are at bargain prices. For more information, call 235-1863.Friday, March 27FISH FRY/CLAM ROLL DINNER: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721 Snyder's Corners Rd., Poestenkill, will be serving a fish fry or clam roll dinner from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dinners cost $9.50 and include French fries, cole slaw and beverage. Hot dog dinners, including French fries and beverage, are available for $4.50. Individual food items can be purchased separately. Dine in or take­-out. Call 286-2773 for take-outs. For more information, call Barbara at 279-9458.HEALTH SCREENING: Albany and Rensselaer Cancer Services Program staff will be at the Uncle Sam BusPlus Station, at the entrance to Riverfront Park in downtown Troy, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. to educate riders about getting colorectal cancer screenings and handing out testing kits to uninsured persons over 50. For more information, about this and other screening events, call 525-8680 or visit www.CSPofAlbandRen.comLENTEN FISH FRY: Transfiguration Parish will serve the first of its seventh annual Fish Fry Dinners from 4 to 7 p.m. Eat in or take out. Dinners include fish fry, coleslaw and french fries. Macaroni and cheese will also be on the menu. Dessert and drinks will be available for purchase. FISH FRY FRIDAY: St. Mary's Academy will serve a Lenten Fish Fry Friday at the Immaculate Conception Parish Hall in Hoosick Falls from 5 to 7 p.m. Full fish fry dinner is served with a bun, fresh cut french fries, homemade coleslaw and dessert for $9. Macaroni and cheese dinner with the same tasty sides available for $5. Proceeds will benefit St. Mary's Academy. FISH DINNER: The Latham Colonie Knights of Columbus will hold a Friday Fish Dinner at the lodge, 328 Troy Schenectady Rd. (Route 2), Latham, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Baked Fish dinner, $10; Fish Fry or Clam Roll Dinner, $8; includes coffee, tea, or hot cocoa and dessert; Fish Fry or Clam Roll only, $5. Special children's menu for ages 5-10 available for $4.50. Children younger than 5 eat free. For more information, call 783-0572 or visit www.lathamcoloniekofc.com NIGHT AT THE BREWSEUM: The Saratoga Springs Lions Club and Friends of the New York State Military Museum will present Night at the Brewseum, at the New York State Military Museum, 61 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Join us for a night of craft beer and military gear! Guests will sample specialty beers from the local community and enjoy the New York State Military Museum. Food, raffles, music and more! Tickets will go on sale in February. Saturday, March 28THRIFT SHOP: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570 3rd Ave., North Troy, will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our next to new household items and clothing are at bargain prices. For more information, call 235-1863.BASKETBALL ACADEMY: The 518 Chapter of the Doneilous King Basketball Academy will hold class for boys and girls at the intermediate to professional playing level in the gymnasium of the Muslim Community Center, 21 Lansing Road North, Colonie, from 2 to 4 p.m. First day of school is free. Students must bring their own basketball. For more information, visit www.dkingbasketball.com and/or contact Coach JJ Harvey at bukettes@gmail.com OPEN HEARTH COOKING CLASSES: The 1789 Wilson Homestead in Hebron will offer one-day open hearth cookies classes on March 28 and Aril 4. Menus will consist of roasted meat, homemade bread, several vegetables and apple pie for dessert. All meals will be cooked in the stone fireplace and bake oven. The classes of up to seven people begin at 98 a.m. and run until about 2 p.m. Fee is $45. Early registration is encouraged. Contact instructor Sally Brillon at 854-3134 or 1117 Chamberlin Mills Road, Salem Y 12865.Sunday, March 29BASKETBALL ACADEMY: The 518 Chapter of the Doneilous King Basketball Academy will hold class for boys and girls at the beginner to intermediate playing level in the gymnasium of the Muslim Community Center, 21 Lansing Road North, Colonie, from 2 to 4 p.m. First day of school is free. Students must bring their own basketball. For more information, visit www.dkingbasketball.com and/or contact Coach JJ Harvey at bukettes@gmail.com Tuesday, March 31COMPUTER CLASS: The Lansingburgh Branch of the Troy Public Library, 27 114th Street, Troy, will hold a free Computer Basics Class beginning at 5:30 p.m. A one-on-one session will be held ahead of the class at 4:30 p.m. Seating limited; advance registration required. For more information or to register, call 235-5310 or visit www.thetroylibrary.orgOngoing/UpcomingICE SKATING: The Empire State Plaza Ice Rink will be open daily (weather dependent) from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (closed from 3 to 4 p.m. for maintenance) today. For more information about the ice rink, call 473-1527 or visit winter.empirestateplaza.org/empire-skate-plaza-ice-rink.ORAL HISTORY PROJECT: The International Center of the Capital Region is initiating the Capital Region Immigration Oral History Project, which will collect and preserve the firsthand interviews of Capital Region immigrants. If you or someone you know would like to share your first-hand immigrant experience, contact the International Center at 708-7608 or info@iccralbany.orgOPEN REGISTRATION: Saratoga Therapeutic Equestrian Program (STEP) a 501 (c) 3 not for profit and totally volunteer organization is accepting registrations for its 2015 season. Children and adults ages 2 and up with special needs may apply. Limited spots available and will be filled quickly. For more information or to register, call 374-5116, email stepatnfec@yahoo.com, or visit our website www.stepup-nfec.orgSPRING CLASS REGISTRATION: The Academy for Lifelong Learning, sponsored by Empire State College, is accepting registrations by mail for its 2015 Spring Term Class Registration. For more information about course offerings, pick up a copy of the Registration and Membership Application Packet at local libraries or at the Academy office at 111 West St., Saratoga Springs, or visit www.esc.edu/allBASKET WEAVING WORKSHOP: The Schenectady County Historical Society will offer a basket weaving workshop led by Beverly Cornelius its Mabee Farm Historic Site, 1100 Main St., Rotterdam Junction, on Feb. 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Use simple weaving to create this sturdy market basket with a solid bottom and a divider woven in to cushion your wine bottles. A variety of dyed reed, twisted seagrass, and more will be available for students to personalize the design of their basket. Finished size: 14″ tall x 41/2″ wide x 9″). Class fee is $75, due before first session with a $25 materials fee payable the day of class. For more information or to register, contact Mary Zawacki at 887-5037 or e-mail curator@scnenectady.BOOKS NEEDED: The Friends of the Rensselaer Library will be accepting books in good condition through March 15 for its annual book sale in April. Children's books, CDs, DVDs are welcome; no encyclopedias or textbooks. Drop off donations in sturdy boxes or bags at the library, 676 East St. Rensselaer, during regular hours. MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND: Couples who desire to put the spark and romance back into their marriage, improve their communication, revitalize their relationship and get away for a weekend are invited to participate in a Marriage Encounter Weekend on March 21-22. Reservations required. For more information or to register, visit www.albanyme.org or call 279-3243. INTRODUCTION TO BRIDGE: The Sidney Albert Albany Jewish Community Center, 340 Whitehall Rd., Albany, will hold an Introduction to Bridge class taught by Marilyn F. Hart in its Massry Senior Center beginning March 23. Subsequent classes will meet from 10 a.m to noon on March 30, and April 13, 20, and 27. $57. Pre-paid registration required. For more information, or to register, call 438-6651 ext. 112 or e-mail ClaireS@albanyjcc.orgBASKET WEAVING WORKSHOP: The Schenectady County Historical Society will offer a basket weaving workshop led by Beverly Cornelius its Mabee Farm Historic Site, 1100 Main St., Rotterdam Junction, on March 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Learn the simple techniques to weave a large drop handle carrier/storage basket! You can adapt the dimensions to fit shelves/spaces in your home OR add a cushion and you have the perfect bed for your cat or small dog! Students will play with color, pattern, and texture to make this basket their own (finished size is 15″ x 10″ x 9″ deep). Class fee is $75, due before first session with a $25 materials fee payable the day of class. For more information or to register, contact Mary Zawacki at 887-5037 or e-mail curator@scnenectady SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS SOUGHT: Berkshire Bank will honor 11 New York high school seniors who will be attending a 2- or 4-year school in the fall with $1,500 scholarships. Applications are due by 4 p.m. on March 25. For qualifications and to apply, visit www.berkshirebank.com/scholarshipsSCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS SOUGHT: The Chief Executives Network for Manufacturing of the Capital Region, Inc. (CEN) is again offering $1,000 CEN Manufacturing Scholarships to qualified applicants. For a list of qualifications or an application, go to http://www.cenmfg.org/wp-content/uploads/2015_CEN_scholar_applic.pdf. for other questions, please contact Karin Kasparian at karink@ceg.org or 465-8975 ext. 253. The deadline to file applications is March 31. WRITING WORKSHOP: The 2015 New York State Summer Young Writers Institute, a 13-day, in-residence writing workshop for high school students is now accepting applications. Held during the months of June and July the workshop offers young writers artistic development, recognition and respect, and peer support. Students work closely with professional writers, immersing themselves in poetry, prose, creative nonfiction, and the critical evaluation of each other's work. Admission is limited and participation is determined by the evaluation of creative writing samples submitted as part of the application process. High school students entering the 10th, 11th or 12th grades are eligible to apply. Financial aid based upon individual need is available to offset both tuition and room and board costs. Submission deadline is April 1. For more information, visit www.skidmore.edu/youngwriters/ or call 580-5593.COLLAR CITY CRAFT FEST: The third annual juried fine arts and crafts event will take place on April 24 and 25 at The Arts Center of The Capital Region, 265 River St., Troy. Open Friday from noon to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $4 for Arts Center members or those with a promotional postcard or $5 at the door. Proceeds from the event will benefit ACCR. For more information, visit www.artscenteronline.org/collar-city-craft-fest-2015/13039KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: Hoosic Valley Elementary School will hold its Kindergarten screeining on May 12 and 13 by appointment only. Children who will be 5 years old on or before Dec. 1, 2015 are eligible. Registration packets will be mailed in April. Parent orientation night will be held on May 11 in the Elementary School Auditorium. For more information or to register, call 753-4458 ext. 3507 or e-mail avautrin@hoosickvalley.k12.ny.usREUNION: The annual Columbia High School Classes of the '70s Alumni Party will be held on Saturday, Aug. 15 at the East Greenbush Town Park. For updates, friend us on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/columbiahs.eastgreenbushny?fref=ts REUNION: Members of the Lansingburgh High School Class of 1965 are looking to locate “missing” classmates ahead of their 50th reunion the weekend of Sept. 11-13. Sept. 11: informal get-together; Sept. 12: picnic at Birch Hill in Schodack; and Sept. 13: Uncle Sam Parade. If you have not received the “Save the Date” notice, please contact Carol Amato Sheffer at 573-7193 or Janice Eaton Burns at jburns14@nycap.rr.com